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# System Analysis Engineer (SAE)

- **Company:** Thales Nederland B.V.
- **Location:** Hengelo, Netherlands (Remote available)
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Java (Programming Language), Systems Engineering, Computer Programming, Fortran (Programming Language), Systems Analysis, Python (Programming Language), Linux System Administration, MATLAB, Programming Languages
- **Published:** October 23, 2026
- **Apply:** https://thales.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Careers/job/Hengelo/System-Analysis-Engineer--SAE-_R0339696-1

## About the Role

* You hold a relevant technical degree (electronics engineering, physics, mathematics, aerospace engineering, or similar).
 * You bring practical experience or diverse perspectives alongside your technical skills - whether through previous projects, interdisciplinary work, or cross-functional collaboration.
 * You communicate clearly and thrive in diverse, multidisciplinary teams.
 * You demonstrate a solution-oriented mindset paired with strong analytical thinking.
 * You can navigate complex system engineering designs, abstract concepts, and translate them into effective models and analyses.
 * You possess programming skills in one or more software environments.
 * You excel at converting customer and operational requirements into clear technical specifications.
 * You have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to explain technical details in an accessible way while managing expectations.
 * You are open to occasional international travel.
 * Dutch nationality is required due to security and defense project regulations;
 * Security screening (AIVD-B) is mandatory.
 * Fluent in Dutch and English

Preferred additional experience

 * Familiarity with electromagnetic wave propagation, control engineering, or simulation standards such as HLA/DIS.
 * Experience with programming languages such as Matlab/Simulink, Java, C(++), Python, Fortran.
 * Comfort working in Linux environments.
 * Experience with distributed simulations.

## Description

* Conducting cutting-edge scientific and technical studies that impact real-world defense operations.
 * Collaborating closely with sales teams by analyzing operational scenarios and tailoring insights for our customers.
 * Innovating and evolving concepts for both new and existing products.
 * Developing and refining algorithms integral to product functionality.
 * Defining clear and actionable requirements for new product development.
 * Validating performance metrics through rigorous sea trials.

To strengthen our Operational Analysis team, we are looking for a, As a System Analysis Engineer within the Operational Analysis team, you will focus on simulating and evaluating the operational performance of defense products and integrated combat mission systems. You will join a multidisciplinary team where your technical expertise will be complemented by real-world application. Your contributions will span the full spectrum of operational analysis, supporting our organization through simulation-driven insights into the performance of advanced defense systems.

You will play a key role in developing a custom simulation framework and creating models representing elements such as radars, optronic sensors, command and control systems, defense platforms, and potential threats. Over time, you'll cultivate your own specialized expertise within the team.

This role offers a balance between engaging technical work and ongoing collaboration across teams and departments. We highly value enthusiasm, proactive problem-solving, and a passion for understanding naval warfare operations in their complexity. You will receive strong support to deepen your domain knowledge and grow your skills, enabling you to translate complex operational scenarios into actionable analytical outputs.